Radiological Technologist - General Imaging (Signing Bonus Available)

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Amherst; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider in Nova Scotia, where you will play a crucial role in delivering patient-centered care as a Radiological Technologist. This position offers the opportunity to operate advanced radiological equipment and perform essential diagnostic procedures, all while contributing to a culture of safety and collaboration in a multidisciplinary environment. With a focus on excellence in health services, this role allows you to make a significant impact on patient care and experience the beautiful lifestyle that Nova Scotia offers. If you're passionate about healthcare and committed to making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiological Technology program required.
• Must hold CAMRT certification and NSCMIRTP licensure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care while operating radiological equipment.
• Perform diagnostic procedures using ionizing radiation.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Independent Judgement

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Bilingualism (French preferred)

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology

Basic Life Support Certification

Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification

Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure

Job description

Req ID: 181268
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: DI Radiology AVH
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle.

Recruitment Incentives

Successful candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus and/or relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, The Radiological Technologist is responsible for the delivery of patient-centered care while operating radiological/accessory equipment with minimal supervision, exercising independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative. The Radiological Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic or therapeutic procedures requiring the use of ionizing radiation, applying the ALARA principle, while continuously remaining responsive to and responsible for each patient in their care. The Radiological Technologist is responsible for effective communication in a multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary environment while fostering a culture of safety in the workplace.

Multi-Site - This position is based out of Valley Regional Hospital but may be scheduled to work out of the Eastern Kings Memorial Community Health Centre and the Western Kings Memorial Health Centre.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology
• Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification
• Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure
• Previous experience is an asset
• Qualification to work in more than one Diagnostic Imaging modality is an asset
• Basic Life Support Certification
• Ability to use time effectively by organizing and prioritizing duties, while working independently and under minimal supervision
• Possess the physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position
• Demonstrates initiative, organizational and prioritizing skills; and the ability to work collaboratively within inter-professional teams
• Comprehension of the technical language in order to review and use manuals and take part in relevant discussions
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 12 months
• Shift work required, evenings, nights, and weekends
• Stand by coverage may be required

Compensation and Incentives

$33.20 - $41.44 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.